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Willimantic

Pop. 18,096·35th most expensive in Connecticut·Rental market data updated monthly for Willimantic, CT
Median rent (all units)
$1,955/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
-7.3%
vs US Median
-$10
Falling (Monthly)
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Willimantic · $1,955
More expensive than 57% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
51% of income
EXPENSIVE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,955/mo, rent takes about 51% of the local median household income, well above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$78,000/yr
Local median income
$45,962/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Willimantic's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,100
1 BR
$1,180
2 BR
$1,550
3 BR
$1,900
4 BR+
$2,270
Research median
$1,550/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: June 22, 2026

Annual cost
$23,460/yr
At $1,955/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 0.0% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, -7.3% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Willimantic, CT is majority renter-occupied, skews toward younger working-age adults, has a median income below the national average, 24.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
18,096
Median income
$45,962
Median age
31.3
Renters
65.1%
Age distribution
20.6%
35%
22.3%
Under 1820.6%
18–3435%
35–5422.3%
55–6411.1%
65+11%
Gender
48.1%
51.9%
Male48.1%
Female51.9%
Race & ethnicity
56.1%
47%
White56.1%
Black5.6%
Hispanic47%
Asian1.8%
Education (25+)
19.5%
33.6%
22.7%
24.2%
No HS diploma19.5%
HS diploma33.6%
Some college22.7%
Bachelor's+24.2%
Housing tenure
34.9%
65.1%
Owner34.9%
Renter65.1%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Willimantic, CT has changed in 5 years

Income
$39,752 → $45,962
up 15.6%
Population
18,150 → 18,096
down 0.3%
Renter share
66.2% → 65.1%
-1.1 pts
Bachelor's+
21.1% → 24.2%
+3.1 pts
Median age
29.7 → 31.3
+1.6 yrs

Household income in the area moved from $39,752 to $45,962 across the same window, up 15.6% versus 2021. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 21.1% to 24.2% across the same window.

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At $1,955/mo, how Willimantic rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

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Willimantic rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Willimantic. Click any size for full breakdown.

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About renting in Willimantic, CT

Last updated: June 22, 2026

The median rent in Willimantic is $1,955/mo as of June 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,100/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,550/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,180/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,900/mo.

At 51% of local median household income ($45,962/yr), Willimantic ranks as expensive compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Willimantic an affordable city for renters?

Willimantic is considered expensive for renters. At $1,955/mo, rent takes approximately 51% of the local median household income ($45,962/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Willimantic significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Willimantic?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $78,000/year (~$38/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,955/mo in Willimantic. The local median household income is $45,962/yr, meaning the typical Willimantic household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Willimantic?

Rent in Willimantic has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of June 2026.

How does Willimantic rent compare to other cities in Connecticut?

Willimantic is middle-of-the-pack for Connecticut for rent, ranking #35 out of 54 tracked cities at $1,955/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Willimantic?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Willimantic ($1,955/mo): Vernon Rockville ($1,834/mo), Griswold ($1,862/mo), Norwich ($1,883/mo).

What percentage of Willimantic residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 65.1% of Willimantic households are renters, while 34.9% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Willimantic has a strong rental market.

How does Willimantic rent compare to the national average?

Willimantic's median rent of $1,955/mo is $10 (1%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Connecticut, it ranks #35 out of 54 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
51%
EXPENSIVE

At $1,955/mo, rent takes ~51% of Willimantic's median household income ($45,962/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Willimantic 51%Benchmark 30%
State income tax3–6.99%
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